Most Common Misconceptions about the EB1A Visa
There are three classifications in the first category of employment-based immigration to the United States. (1) EB1A, for individuals of extraordinary ability, is what this article will focus on. (2) The second, EB1B, is for outstanding professors and researchers, you should note that this type of visa requires an employer’s sponsorship; and, (3) EB1C, a […]
Marriage Green Card vs. Fiancé(e) Visa
Are you a U.S. citizen wondering about marriage green card vs. fiancé(e) visa and which option is right for bringing your foreign-citizen spouse or fiancé(e) to the United States? Congratulations on taking this important step! Understanding the differences between these two immigration options can help you make an informed decision. You can pursue a marriage-based […]
Mistakes to avoid with EB1A recommendation letters
The below note by Attorney Sharif Silmi is adapted from the USCIS Policy Manual instructions to adjudicators regarding the probative value of ‘recommendation letters of support’ in an EB1A petition. Many petitions to classify a person with extraordinary ability contain recommendation letters of support. Letters of support, while not without weight, should not form the cornerstone of a successful claim […]
EB1A and EB2 National Interest Waiver for Semiconductor Manufacturing
here are two branches of Immigration law that we deal with regularly, one being family-based Immigration whereas the other is employment-based. However, today our focus is on employment-based Immigration and some recent developments relating to self-petition in the employment-based categories. On increasing demand from people willing to start businesses in the US, we are going […]
All About EB1A Green Card Petition
The EB-1A is the most misunderstood category of employment-based green cards. Due to its seemingly stringent eligibility requirements, many people avoid it and opt for other options. This article explains all you need to know about the EB-1A green card and how to leverage achievements you have made in your field of endeavor to qualify […]
Take A Comprehensive Approach To EB1A
In pursuit of an EB1A case, folks need to understand that qualification is not solely dependent on the whether they meet the 10 criteria listed on the USCIS website. Rather, the correct approach is to consider the three requirements under the relevant statute of the Immigration and Naturalization Act. Paraphrased, the requirements are as follows, […]